WhistlePig Farmstock Bourbon Beyond Bonded Single Barrel Bottled In Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey

WhistlePig Farmstock Beyond Bonded Bourbon represents the ultimate realization of the distillery’s “triple terroir” vision: whiskey distilled from grains grown on their own farm, proofed with water from their own well, and aged in barrels coopered from oak trees harvested directly on their Vermont estate. While famously known as rye pioneers, this release marks WhistlePig’s grand entry into estate-grown bourbon. Adhering to the strict Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, the whiskey is distilled in a single season, by one distiller, aged for a minimum of four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and bottled at precisely 100 proof. WhistlePig takes it “beyond” by offering 100% traceability for every single bottle, allowing enthusiasts to look up the exact field where the grain was harvested and the specific tree used for the barrel.

The magic of this bourbon lies in its aggressive, high-rye mash bill (51% dent corn and 49% estate-grown rye). This nearly 1:1 grain ratio creates an extraordinarily complex bridge between classic, sweet bourbon and spicy, robust rye. Matured in heavily charred Vermont white oak barrels—which feature a tighter wood grain than southern oak due to the short, cold northern growing seasons—the whiskey absorbs intense wood sugars and rich, warm flavors at a rapid rate. Released as a single-barrel offering, each bottle stands as a highly allocated, unfiltered showcase of craft distilling excellence.

Tasting Profile

• Appearance: Bright, deep copper-amber with high clarity and slow, thick legs that beautifully cling to the glass.

• Aroma: Deep, warm, and exceptionally fragrant. Rich aromas of authentic Vermont maple syrup and caramelized brown sugar are balanced by vanilla bean, toasted pecans, fresh orange zest, and a sharp, minty rye herbal backbone.

• Palate: Robust, full-bodied, and highly complex. The palate is greeted by an immediate, creamy wave of sweet vanilla custard, butterscotch, and dark chocolate, which is quickly overtaken on the mid-palate by a heavy wave of rye baking spice, black pepper, and toasted oak.

• Finish: Long, warming, and incredibly layered. The initial maple and caramel sweetness recedes slowly, leaving a crisp, dry, and clean finish marked by lingering cinnamon, nutmeg, fresh mint, and seasoned oak tannins.